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The Dodge Charger is a full-size sedan, offering strong V6 and V8 engines, along with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive on select V6 models. Dodge claims that the Charger's all-wheel-drive system is the most advanced system offered in its class, as it completely disconnects the front wheels when not needed. Styling has always been a big part of the Charger's appeal, and while it relied on a retro-muscle look for years, a complete redesign gives it a much more look while still setting it apart from the crowd.

Charger SE and SXT V6 models return a best-in-class 31 mpg on the highway, while performance-oriented R/T and SRT models are phenomenally athletic. On another level is the Hellcat; the car rivals most supercars, with 0-60mph coming in just 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 204 mph.

What's New For 2016

The Dodge Charger receives several updates for 2016. SXT models are now available with a Super Track Pack that includes more aggressive, lowered suspension and shorter gearing for improved acceleration. Additionally, SXT and R/T models can now be optioned with the new Blacktop Appearance Package, making the 2016 Charger into a seriously mean looking vehicle. The Blacktop package includes a black grill, 20-inch satin black wheels, aluminum interior trim pieces and a new steering wheel. 2016 also sees the return of "Plum Crazy" to the list of colors the Charger is available in.

Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 Years / 36,000 Miles

Drivetrain Warranty: 5 Years / 60,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance: 5 Years / 100,000 Miles

A vehicle's warranty can significant impact your maintenance costs after you drive off the dealer's lot, and it's important to understand the different parts. Typically, a new car warranty includes a Basic warranty, which covers everything except the wear items such as brakes and tires; and a Drivetrain warranty, that covers all the parts that make the car move, such as the engine and transmission

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Introduction

The Dodge Charger is a family sedan with the heart of a muscle car, available in a range of models from powerful to outlandish. Still a heavy and fuel-thirsty vehicle, the Charger shows off its clean, modern lines, while the simple interior layout relies on premium materials. Passengers can expect satisfying space and comfort, though the back seat is snug for a car of this size.

For 2016, Charger adds a Super Track Pak for V6 models and a new Blacktop Appearance package. The 2016 Challenger SRT 392 gains additional equipment. New technical features for 2016 include Siri Eyes Free voice control, a drag-and-drop menu bar on the 8.4-inch touchscreen control interface, a digital owner’s manual, and a Do Not Disturb feature. Dodge offers heritage color options, including Plum Crazy that is new for the 2016 model year. The lineup was refreshed for 2015.

Charger SE and Charger SXT models come with Chrysler’s Pentastar 3.6-liter V6, producing 292 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, which delivers a satisfying driving experience. V6 output on the Rallye Appearance Group rises to 300 horsepower and 264 pound-feet in an SXT, consisting of cold-air intake, engine-control software revisions, and a different exhaust setup. An 8-speed automatic is the sole transmission. We have found the V6 models to be quite responsive. Few drivers really need more, unless they simply cannot do without that familiar V8 sound and response.

In the V8 group, R/T is the starting point, with a 5.7-liter Hemi that makes 370 horsepower and 395 pound-feet.

Stepping up a sizable power notch, SRT 392 and R/T Scat Pack models unleash a 485-horsepower, 6.4-liter V8 that’s a lot stronger than the 5.7 model, delivering 0-60 mph acceleration time in the mid four-second range.

Reaching from the sublime to the outrageous, the Charger SRT Hellcat contains the same 707-horsepower, supercharged 6.2-liter V8 as the Challenger SRT Hellcat, but the sedan accelerates even more quickly (0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds, says Dodge). The Hellcat and SRT 392 upgrade to huge Brembo brakes, as well as multi-mode adaptive damping.

The V6 models are fuel-responsible, but the V8s tend to guzzle, even with cylinder-deactivation on some versions. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives Charger Good ratings, its highest score, in all categories except the small front overlap crash test.

Lineup

The 2016 Dodge Charger comes in sSeven distinct models. Rear-wheel drive is standard; all-wheel drive is available for the V6-powered Charger SE and SXT.

SRT Hellcat ($65,945) gets the monster V8, Sport, Track, and Eco modes. A red and black keyfob is included, with the black one reducing engine output to 500 horsepower. A 900-watt, 18-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system comes standard, as well as a flat-bottom heated steering wheel and T-handle shifter.

Safety features include a driver’s knee bag and full-length side-curtain airbags. A rearview camera and rear park assist are also standard on the R/T Scat Pack model and above. Rear Cross Path Detection comes standard on the SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat, with Blind Spot Monitoring on the Hellcat. Also available: Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus, Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control-Plus.

Walkaround

Retro-look coupes are common enough, but the Dodge Charger is one of few four-doors to combine elements and styling of old muscle car with clean, modern aesthetics. Its Coke-bottle profile harks back to the Sixties, but short front/rear overhangs and large wheels suggest modern performance. Any Charger looks like it’ll glide powerfully through the air rather than merely charge ahead with brute force. The latest Charger looks more like a midsize car, with an authoritative presence, than a full-size sedan.

In addition to a low nose with a slim blacked-out crosshair grille, Chargers have a tall beltline. Projector headlights are surrounded by C-shaped LED daytime running lights. LED racetrack-style rear lights are a Charger signature.

Interior

Big front doors make getting in and out of the front seats easy, and the elongated roofline eases entry into the back seat. An upright profile brings plenty of headroom for everyone, though leg space in back is somewhat limited. Front seats are well-bolstered and wide.

Interior materials excel in the quiet, sophisticated cabin, with ample soft-touch materials and impressive switchgear. With a V8, all you hear is throaty, enticing engine rumble.

Connectivity and entertainment features are refreshingly simple. A seven-inch thin-film TFT screen sits in the middle of the instrument cluster, while the center stack contains a Uconnect touchscreen up to 8.4 inches across. Icons are big enough to be tapped easily with a fingertip, and the interface is easy to understand.

Driving Impressions

Across the lineup, Chargers hit and surpass the mark on performance, given their level of comfort and everyday usability. Chargers also handle well for a big sedan, surprisingly. Except for the bit of lean and body roll, a Charger is much more nimble than a Chevrolet Impala or Ford Taurus. Ride quality is firm but comfortable.

Satisfying and quite responsive with the V6, the Charger imparts a secure, confident feel. A V6 is really all that most drivers need.

Still, you can’t beat the character and firepower of eight cylinders. With any V8, the 8-speed transmission allows relaxed mid-throttle passing. Typical of American V8s, the R/T provides plentiful low-rpm torque, and the automatic performs flawlessly, though the engine is quite vocal.

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